Maharashtra govt urges Centre to double onion export subsidy

MUMBAI:  Maharashtra Marketing Minister Jaykumar Rawal on Tuesday said Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has urged the Centre to double the subsidy on onion exports to ensure stable market prices and benefit cultivators in the state.

Speaking to reporters after a review meeting at Mantralaya, the minister said that onion production in the state has increased by 55 lakh metric tonnes this year.

“Given the current situation, it is necessary to promote exports and take other measures. The Centre has responded positively to the state’s request for doubling the export subsidy,” he said.PTI